So what are appliqués anyway? Appliqués are shapes or letters with an adhesive on the backside so that they can be applied, using an iron, to everything from clothing, (think adorable initials on Children’s coats, for example) to pillows, to tablecloths. How to start? If you want to learn how … Continue reading
After much prodding from our readers, we recently expanded our social media sites to include Instagram. I wanted to personally invite everyone to check out the So Sew Easy Instagram account and follow us over there. As you know we have active social media communities on Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube … Continue reading
Has Cupid’s arrow struck yet? Well, with Valentine’s Day right around the corner, love is most definitely in the air with these cute Valentine’s Day sewing projects. Here are more than 50 fun projects that will help you and the loved ones enjoy this special holiday. Maybe you can even make … Continue reading
Burlap is a simple, unassuming fabric that has taken the home decor world by storm. As many crafters and home decor enthusiasts are discovering, there are many things you can do with a plain swatch of burlap. Ideas for projects with burlap are plentiful because of two things. The first … Continue reading
My husband came in the house a few weeks ago and declared rather matter-of-factly that we were going to India at the end a January. The daughter of a long-time business associate of his was getting married and we had been invited to the wedding. I know the family too … Continue reading
Hang on….before you roll your eyes and pass the page, hear me out. Every year, I mark in my agenda a list of things I would like to do and sadly, at the end of every year, I usually see that more than half are not accomplished. At the top … Continue reading
Our regular readers know we don’t usually send around more than one email or so a week. This week, however, is one of the few exceptions because of the holidays and the now famous Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. We want to help you get the most out of … Continue reading
Social media makes home sewing cool again Under the headline, “Social media makes home sewing cool again”, we were delighted to see So Sew Easy get a press mention recently in The News & Observer based out of Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. If you were in any doubt that your sewing … Continue reading
Are you any good at keeping a secret? We’ve had to keep something very exciting under wraps for a few months now, but soon will be the time for the big reveal. Keep your eyes peeled for an announcement of the details soon here on the site. Maybe sign up … Continue reading
Are you a fan of Bernina sewing machines? I know I certainly am. Along with a very small number of other storied brands, Bernina seems to represent the pinnacle in sewing machine quality. I know many sewists who can talk about their beloved Bernina sewing machines that have been handed … Continue reading
Sewing Passion Into Something Profitable People who are very passionate about sewing know that it is a truly compelling hobby. There are so many intriguing things you can fall in love with when it comes to sewing –like beautiful fabrics, unique designs, exquisite buttons, and that extremely gratifying feeling of … Continue reading
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